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DRIVE FRANCE

DRIVE FRANCE

From beautiful wines and food, exquisite art and history to magnificent scenery, France offers something for everyone. In spite of its
size, France is relatively easy to travel around with wonderful landscapes from high mountain plateaux to lush farmland, traditional
villages to chic boulevards, driving in France is a pleasure. Whether you choose to stay close to the breathtaking coastline or travel
inland, your self-drive holiday will be one to remember forever.

Driving tips • Explore France in a more leisurely way by using some of the other high-quality

• In France, you drive on the right hand side therefore rental cars are all left roads, which dissect the country and save money on tolls.

hand drive. • Speed limits are kilometres per hour.
• Large supermarkets and hypermarkets offer discounted petrol.
• The French word for petrol is ‘l’essence’ or ‘le diesel’ for Diesel. • Try to avoid driving in central Paris, the traffic is always heavy and congested,
• It is a good idea to learn about the French highway code –
we recommend you collect from the airport rather than central Paris.
visit www.legifrance.gouv.fr for more information.

• Most motorways have expensive tolls but are fast and efficient for

longer distances.

EXPERIENCE PROVENCE

from $198 to $241 Chef’s Hats, Vines & eBikes – 4 day / 3 night package

per person per night Day 1
Arrival at Hostellerie Berard, enjoy a 4 course dinner (excludes drinks).
Hostellerie Berard HHHH
La Cadiere d’Azur, Provence Day 2
After a buffet breakfast, participate in a 3 hour cookery class at the 19th-century
Set in a Provencal hilltop village at the heart of the Bandol wine-growing area. Provencal “Bastide des Saveurs” led by star-rated Chef René Bérard finishing
The Berard family simply love offering you the warmest of welcomes, and with lunch. Then indulge in a signature spa treatment and access to the
pampering you with top-level service while you enjoy the inimitable Provencal Thermaespa. End the day with a 4 course dinner (excludes drinks).
lifestyle. The Hostellerie Berard is a cluster of buildings which include ‘Bastide
des Seveurs’ with its pretty blue shutters, an Artist Pavilion and an 11th century Day 3
ancient monastery. With 37 rooms and suites, each having their own special After a buffet breakfast, take an eBike (Electrically-assisted Bicycle) on a
charm and personality, and decorated in typical Southern French style. discovery tour with a specialist guide, crossing the vines and olive groves of
Provence. Stop-off at the fabulous ‘Moulin de la Roque’ vineyard, with a tasting
Property features: Smoke-free, front desk (limited hours), free Wi-Fi, restaurant, bar/ of 5 wines. The vineyard visit is followed by a delicious Provencal picnic lunch
lounge, wine cellar, cookery classes, outdoor pool, aroma spa, fitness room, tennis in the vines, prepared by our star-rated Chef Jean-François Bérard. Return to
court, bicycle hire, laundry service, valet parking/longterm parking (fee applies). Hostellerie Bérard late afternoon for an evening at leisure.

Day 4
Enjoy a buffet breakfast before your departure.

Prices from $1999 per person

Cooking courses require a minimum of 2 people. Sunday arrival only. Includes 5 day Hertz Economy car.

Also available
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packages.

OUR BONUS: Includes full buffet breakfast daily. 23

83740 La Cadiere d’Azur, Provence (AIX)

Local city taxes may be applicable which will be payable directly to the hotel. Prices have been calculated based on seasonal rates in NZ dollars per person with two people sharing a room.
Prices may vary due to exchange rates or seasonal surcharges. Minimum stay requirements and surcharges may apply over special events, trade fairs, Christmas and New Year and other holiday periods.

Please check with your Travel Agent who will also be able to advise you of any special offers.